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An Amsterdam favourite since 2013, Van Stapele Koekmakerij have done very well by keeping things very simple: baking only one type of cookie. A brown chocolate cookie with a heart of white chocolate, crisp around the edges and soft and gooey on the...
Stuff Crush
It started as a 1992 photoshoot for Spin magazine in which husband-and-wife photography duo, Guzman, had planned to spoof the outdated notions of family life that the most famous celebrity couple of the moment had so outspokenly refuted — Courtney...
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Situated in Geisingen, in southwest Germany's Baden-Württemberg state, 1280 Krone is a member of The Aficionados that blends raw architecture with rustic flare, the boutique hotel and restaurant — having welcomed guests in some form or another...
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In the heart of Lake District village, Hawkshead, the iconic Queens Head pub reveals a stunning transformation that blends tradition with contemporary charm. After a period of closure for extensive refurbishment, the pub now boasts 16 revamped guest...
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Architecture and design studio Woods Bagot have teamed up once again with global lifestyle hospitality company Convene to create their newest opening; Convene Sancroft St. Paul’s a 45,000 square foot site set over two floors in the city of...
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Mid-century Austrian flair paired with The Hoxton’s distinctive warm and layered design aesthetics form the style for the design hotel brand's latest opening. With 196 guest rooms, a Cuban-inspired rooftop bar with pool and outstanding views, a...
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A sister concept to Philadelphia's much loved Wm. Mulherin’s Sons, 'Mulherin’s Pizzeria' has opened on the ground floor of The Girard, an urban oasis in the city's Midtown Village that is also home to extended stay design apartments, ROOST East...
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Introducing customers to the world of single-origin coffees and speciality drinks, at Guillam, pride is taken in ensuring that every cup of coffee served is of the highest quality. With four venues across London, the latest shop has opened on Curzon...
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Housed in a lovingly restored 1924 modernist Spanish property in Valencia's Ruzafa neighbourhood, La Novieta is an adults-only hotel with just four ensuite guest rooms. The brainchild of Bertrand and Fabien — who double as proprietors of both...
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DesignAgency have completed works on a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, bar and lounge in Toronto's historic Westinghouse building. An upscale affair located within the newly opened Sutton Place Hotel in the city's Entertainment District, Abrielle...
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Buenos Aires hotspot 'Montagu' was born from the desire to redefine the sandwich experience; the 85 square metre outpost named after the famous Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, who is credited with the invention of this popular snack. Designed by...
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The first design-led boutique hotel in Georgetown, South Carolina, The George is a new waterfront property with two culinary concepts that aims to redefine luxury accommodations in the region with 56 rooms and suites that tell their own stories and...
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“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
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Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
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The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Paintings have transcended their origins as the crown jewels of galleries and museums. Today, they hold a central place in homes worldwide, where they not only decorate but also communicate personal taste, style, and emotion. Whether chosen for...
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When it comes to your child’s health, dental care is often the one that gets overlooked. After all, baby teeth fall out so why bother? But establishing good habits and visiting the dentist from an early age is crucial for your child’s health and...
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When buying a used car, you need to know the car’s history. The last thing you want is to buy a car with hidden problems, whether it’s been in an accident, has outstanding finance or has been stolen. A full car history check can make or break...
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Escape rooms are a popular team building activity, but they’re more than just an hour of fun. They create a high pressure environment where communication is key. Working together fast, sharing ideas and solving problems under time pressure shows...